Dead Cat
Ale, Flat Cats, and Endless Beer: The Macc Lads' Roadside Odyssey
Lyrics
A ya ya ya ya ya yaaar...
The lyrics begin with a celebratory or triumphant expression, possibly setting the tone for the following narrative.
No petrol in the van,
The band is facing a problem as there is no petrol in their van, indicating a potential obstacle or delay in their journey.
Knee deep in empty cans,
They are surrounded by empty cans, suggesting a messy and chaotic situation.
We've lost the map, the tyre's flat, the bloody kid's been banned,
Multiple issues arise – lost map, flat tire, and a child being banned, portraying a series of unfortunate events.
We stopped off for some grease, Nevis is obese,
Stopping for food, Nevis (a person or character) is described as obese, adding a humorous touch to the narrative.
We left him standing empty handed,
Leaving Nevis empty-handed indicates a humorous or careless attitude towards his needs.
Ten miles outside Leeds.
They are now ten miles outside Leeds, providing a geographical context to their journey.
Oh no...
An expression of concern or realization of the challenges they are facing.
Just find us a pub where the ale and tarts are free,
Expressing a desire to find a pub where beer and entertainment (tarts) are free, indicating a focus on enjoyment despite the challenges.
Lock that fucking door,
An aggressive command to lock the door, possibly reflecting a need for security or privacy.
We'll drink beer to eternity.
Commitment to drinking beer indefinitely, emphasizing a carefree and rebellious lifestyle.
Someone farted in the back,
A humorous mention of someone farting in the back of the van, adding a comedic element.
Fast Fret found a cat,
Discovery of a dead cat by Fast Fret, introducing a morbid and absurd element to the narrative.
It was in the road, all stiff and cold and squashed and thin and flat,
Describing the cat's condition in a comically exaggerated manner.
He wants to bring it back in a Tesco bag,
Fast Fret wants to bring the dead cat back in a Tesco bag, highlighting the absurdity of the situation.
It's got one eye, it's full of flies,
Details about the dead cat having one eye and being infested with flies.
He's got to have something to shag,
Humorous reference to the cat as a potential object for sexual gratification.
For fuck's sake...
An expression of frustration or disbelief at the situation.
Just find us a pub where the ale and tarts are free,
Reiteration of the desire to find a pub with free beer and entertainment.
Lock that fucking door,
Repeated command to lock the door, emphasizing the importance of privacy or security.
We'll drink beer to eternity.
Reaffirmation of the commitment to drinking beer indefinitely, echoing the carefree attitude.
(Repeat to end)
The lyrics instruct a repeat of the previous lines until the end.
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